Our People

Our people are our single most valuable resource.

We’ve been in the logistics business since 1989 and from Day 1 we’ve been committed to providing the best service in the industry. Our people are skilled, cross-trained and motivated to achieve positive outcomes at every opportunity.

From our office staff to our full-time truck drivers, you can count on us to deliver the goods.

Our Values

Our success and longevity is a direct result of how we conduct ourselves. We live by our core values.

Integrity

We maintain a high level of integrity and professionalism in everything we do.

Reputation

Our reputation for quality and excellence is fundamental to our success. We protect and build our reputation at all times.

Inspiration

We mentor, motivate and inspire our people to be the best they can be.

Respect

We follow the Golden Rule - we are respectful to every person we interact with. There are no exceptions.

Teamwork

We embrace the diversity in our people. We foster cooperation and communication, adding value to our efficient, professional team.

Opportunity

We are constantly seeking out opportunities to impress our customers. The smallest gesture can leave a lasting impression.

Growth

We are always looking to do things better. We explore new ideas and celebrate innovation in our pursuit of continuous improvement.

Parsley

When dealing with customers:

  • We go the extra mile.
  • We exceed customers’ expectations.
  • We add that little bit of extra garnish. i.e. Parsley

Our History

Kalgin Global Logistics was founded in 1989 in Sydney, Australia.

We started as a team of 2 in a small office on Sydney’s North Shore. Since then, we’ve grown into a team of more than 80 passionate logistic professionals, with 7 offices across 4 countries.

Timeline

1989
Richard Lamport establishes Kalgin International Freight Services in Sydney.
1993
Kalgin obtains IATA License to further develop its expanding air cargo business.
1998
Kalgin opens its first warehouse at its Sydney Head Office to bring cargo handling in-house.
2001
Kalgin International Freight Services (NZ) Ltd opens in Auckland, NZ.
2002
Kalgin opens in Melbourne.
2005
Kalgin opens in Brisbane.
2011
Kalgin purchases Consolidation Service (NSW) Ltd.
2014
Kalgin opens Total Logistics Solutions (TLS) in Suva, Fiji to further enhance its Pacific Island services.
2016
Kalgin opens Total Logistics Solutions (TLS) in Lautoka.
2017
Kalgin International Freight Services rebrands to Kalgin Global Logistics in Australia and New Zealand.
2018
Kalgin gains an Australian Customs Brokerage Licence.
2021
Kalgin acquires Queensland International Freight Services (QIFS) to enhance our service to Papua New Guinea.
2023
Kalgin Global Logistics opens in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
Today
We are a dedicated team of logistics professionals with a global network providing a large portfolio of logistics solutions.